Wolfskin's Curse

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Wolfskin's Curse is a single player role playing game with fantasy, romance and mystery themes. It was developed by Studio Tamafry and was released on October 18, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

A forsaken nun must prove a monster's innocence. He is offered no voice, but she will lend hers.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

story24 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

The game features a captivating story with rich character development and an engaging mystery.
The artwork and voice acting are of high quality, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
As a free visual novel, it offers great value with its well-crafted narrative and atmospheric presentation.

The game lacks meaningful choices, making it feel more like a linear story than a traditional visual novel.
Achievements are bugged and do not function as intended, leading to frustration for players.
The story's resolution is unsatisfying and leaves several plot points unresolved, which detracts from the overall experience.

story
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging narrative, beautiful art, and top-notch voice acting that enhance the overall experience. However, some players felt the plot was underdeveloped, lacking resolution in key areas, and criticized its linearity, as there are no choices to be made. Overall, while the story captivates with its mystery and emotional depth, some players wished for a more fleshed-out and conclusive narrative.
- “The beautiful art and top-notch voice acting further elevate the storytelling, drawing players deeper into its intricate web of intrigue.”
- “With its captivating story, stunning visuals, and heartfelt themes, it's an experience that will stay with you long after the credits roll.”
- “The characters are all very striking as they are, but the voice acting added an extra level of liveliness to the characters as the plot slowly unfolded and put them under duress.”
- “Unfortunately, though, I feel like the story wasn't fully drafted.”
- “But the biggest issue is the mystery plot ends without resolving.”
- “This visual novel ends up feeling like you're reading a Wikipedia summary of a story, instead of an actual story because of how vaguely things are described.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn art style, vibrant colors, and intricate details that enhance the overall immersion and storytelling. Many reviewers highlight the combination of beautiful visuals, effective voice acting, and a captivating atmosphere, making it a standout experience, especially considering it is a free title. However, some critiques mention that the artwork and audio quality can vary, with a few noting that the writing may not match the high visual standards.
- “Combined with the striking artwork, the voice acting enhances the overall immersion and elevates the storytelling to new heights.”
- “The hand-drawn art style is breathtaking, bringing the fantastical world to life with vibrant colors and intricate details.”
- “This visual novel creates an impressive atmosphere from the beginning, with excellent artwork, music, and voice acting.”
- “Like all Ren'Py construction kits, the author filled out some basic template/notation stuff and dragged up some poor artwork (and worse audio novel soundtrack) to pretend they can really write.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and overall enjoyment, while others found it limited in variety. Overall, the soundtrack is described as good, complementing the beautiful artwork and voice acting, though some players wished for a more extensive selection.
- “The music and artwork are amazing; they really tie it all together and made it thoroughly enjoyable for me to read.”
- “This visual novel creates an impressive atmosphere from the beginning, with excellent artwork, music, and voice acting.”
- “The music and atmosphere are good as well and elevate the story nicely.”
- “The audio novel soundtrack is poorly executed and feels like an afterthought.”
- “The music lacks originality and fails to enhance the overall experience of the game.”
- “It seems like the author just used a basic template for the soundtrack, resulting in uninspired audio.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this indie title is praised for its captivating mechanics and immersive storytelling, although it follows a linear structure with no player choices. Overall, it combines stunning aesthetics with engaging gameplay, making it a standout experience.
- “This game is a gem among indie titles, blending immersive storytelling with captivating gameplay mechanics seamlessly.”
- “Beyond its stunning aesthetics, Wolfskin's Curse also delivers on gameplay.”
- “As for the gameplay, the story is linear, so there are no choices present whatsoever.”
- “Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my critique.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a deeply emotional experience, weaving a touching narrative of friendship, sacrifice, and redemption that captivates players. Users report feeling emotionally invested in the protagonist's journey, enhanced by stunning visuals and heartfelt themes that linger long after gameplay concludes. Overall, the story's depth and character development contribute to a satisfying and memorable experience.
- “Beneath the surface of its magical world lies a touching tale of friendship, sacrifice, and redemption.”
- “As I followed the protagonist on their journey, I found myself emotionally invested in their quest, rooting for them every step of the way.”
- “With its captivating story, stunning visuals, and heartfelt themes, it's an experience that will stay with you long after the credits roll.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The visual novel establishes a captivating atmosphere through its outstanding artwork, music, and voice acting, enhancing the overall storytelling experience. While some players may find the resolution to the mystery unclear, the immersive journey and atmospheric elements are widely appreciated.
- “This visual novel creates an impressive atmosphere from the beginning, with excellent artwork, music, and voice acting.”
- “Although I didn't feel I completely understood the resolution to the mystery, I enjoyed the journey and the atmospheric experience.”
- “The music and atmosphere are good as well and elevate the story nicely.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its stunning art and design, highlighting the lovely character aesthetics and expressive facial features that enhance the overall experience.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character's unique story.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The depth of the characters and their backstories adds so much to the overall experience, making every decision feel impactful.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of voice acting in the game is highly praised, with each actor delivering exceptional performances that effectively convey emotion and authenticity, enhancing the overall experience.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Despite its linear structure potentially restricting replayability, the game's high-quality experience compensates for this limitation, creating a memorable journey for players.
- “While its linear nature may limit replayability, the quality of the experience more than makes up for it, leaving a lasting impression on those who venture into its world.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is criticized for being off-putting, particularly due to Anari's mocking and laughing tone, which many players find unappealing.